Australia squad named for Ashes

Andrew Symonds has been left out of Australia\'s 16 man squad for the Ashes series against England.



The 33 year old missed out on a place despite being tipped for inclusion by captain Ricky Ponting.



Shane Watson and Andrew McDonald were preferred for all-rounder spots in the squad. However, Watson must undergo a fitness check before the tour.



Nathan Hauritz is the only specialist slow bowler and one of 11 players who will be making their first Ashes tour.



As expected there were recalls for pace bowlers Stuart Clark and Brett Lee, who have missed most of the Australian season through injury.



But they are not certainties for the Test eleven, with Mitchell Johnson, Peter Siddle and Ben Hilfenhaus having impressed on the recent tour to South Africa.



South Australia wicketkeeper Graham Manou is the only uncapped player in the squad and will provide back up to first choice Brad Haddin.